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Why "Grunt Work" Matters by Lindsey Pollak - Jun, 2011 I’ve become increasingly distressed over the years by the number of students and recent grads who complain to me that their jobs or internships contain too much “grunt work.” (Interestingly, these complaints have not slowed at all in the bad economy, when one might think any job, including one that requires some “gruntage,” is better than none.) First, let’s define this yucky phrase. According to a (possibly dubious?) entr... |
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Observe Those You Admire Most by Andy Robinson - Jun, 2011 Make it a point to observe the people you respect -- those who really seem to "walk" the leadership talk and inspire others. • What EXACTLY do they do that draws their team members to them? • What actions do they take that really seem to uplift others? • What key behaviors stand out? • What is distinctly different or unique about the way they interact with others? Observing is a great way to learn. Look fo... |
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Important information about work-life fit/flexibility by Miriam Salpeter - Jun, 2011 One issue for many job seekers is landing an opportunity offering “flexibility,” “balance,” or, what consultant, Cali Williams Yost, CEO and Founder of Flex Strategy Group and author of Work+Life: Finding the Fit That’s Right for You, would call “work-life fit.” Today, I’m happy to share research Cali sent me from from the 2011 Work+Life Fit™ Reality Check Survey. It illustrates that, “Work life flexibility is no longer a... |
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Positivity at Work by Dr. Maynard Brusman - Jun, 2011 I was recently working with one of my San Francisco Bay Area executive coaching clients – the president of a mid-sized company. We discussed how to develop a positive mindset. My executive coaching client and I further discussed creating a culture of positivity can help the company’s sales force seal more deals. I am coaching my client on how company leaders can change the way people think and act to create a more positive... |
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Prepare in advance for the job that may come knocking by Miriam Salpeter - Jun, 2011 Last week, a prospective client contacted me. He was thinking about solidifying his “personal brand” and thought he could use some help firming up his job search plans. We spoke briefly, I explained how I could help him identify the stories that would relate and appeal to his target audience and how I could teach him to propagate those stories via social media. I agreed to outline a strategy/proposal while he interviewed other... |
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Effective Web 2.0 Job Search: Top 5 Secrets by Rosa Elizabeth Vargas - Jun, 2011 Social networking sites have dramatically changed the job search 'game.' LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Blogs, and Online Career Sites can help you-- from the comfort of your home--discover new opportunities and tap into the hidden job market. Why? Because networking, whether it is performed offline or online, is still the most effective way to find a job. However, building a brand, connecting with professionals in your field... |
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Key Resume Tips for the Health Professional by Jessica Holbrook Hernandez - Jun, 2011 Working as a health professional is an amazingly rewarding career. Not only do you get to help individuals physically and emotionally, but you have a chance to work in a stimulating environment. The great news is that health professionals are in high demand, which means there are a lot of jobs out there waiting for you. But this doesn’t mean you will automatically score any job you apply for. You still need to create a gr... |
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The Future of Recruiting 2015-2020: Six Key Major Trends to Consider by Lou Adler - Jun, 2011 Technology, especially the use of advanced business networking tools, in combination with state-of-the-art Internet marketing techniques, are fundamentally changing the face of recruiting as we once knew it. Surprisingly, most major U.S. corporations are still moving too slowly to take full advantage of these important changes. Worse, many are actually fighting or are oblivious to these changes. As you know, we’re now work... |
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Txting Talk – What do U think? by Valerie Sokolosky - Jun, 2011 Parents, teachers, and now bosses, fear it. The dreaded omg, the hated lol, and the wrong ur. I read articles recently about teachers’ thoughts on how this new vocabulary is sneaking itself into students’ assignments. From amused to angry, these teachers all recognize that they have to deal with this trend. It got me thinking, in the professional world, what should our response be? Should we recognize that the “times are a’cha... |
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7 Resume Mistakes to Avoid by Jessica Holbrook Hernandez - Jun, 2011 There’s plenty of great advice out there to help you create an amazing resume—plenty of “dos.” But it’s a good idea to keep in mind that there are some things that you should not do when writing your resume as well. So before you write another word, consider the following resume pitfalls. Say No To … 1. Writing dense paragraphs: For many hiring managers, resumes are boring, repetitive documents, so it’s your job to m... |
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